{"id":389839,"date":"2026-07-28T23:23:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T23:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/389839\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T23:23:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T23:23:09","slug":"7-fun-things-to-do-in-austin-this-weekend-july-30-aug-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/389839\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Fun Things to Do in Austin This Weekend: July 30-Aug. 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t\t\t\t1 \/ See\u00a0Singin\u2019 in the Rain\u00a0Live<\/p>\n<p>What a glorious feeling! Bring the family to Zilker Hillside Theater for this annual summer musical tradition. The beloved movie has been adapted into a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ctxlivetheatre.com\/productions\/20260710-singin-in-the-rain-by-zilker-theatre-prod\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">free stage performance<\/a> that includes an on-stage rainstorm. Catch the show Thursday through Sunday nights at dusk, and be sure to bring blankets or chairs and bug spray. Through Aug. 15, 8:15 p.m., 2206 William Barton Drive<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>2 \/ Discover the Burnt Orange Reveal at Adelante<\/p>\n<p>This weekend marks the beginning of August, which means Longhorn football season is just around the corner. Score <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DakyDFREUhX\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">festive game-day frocks at Adelante<\/a> as it drops its biggest game-day collection yet with burnt orange clothing, jewelry, bags, and accessories. Doors open at 10 a.m., and the boutique will be serving cocktails starting for guests starting at 2 p.m. Aug. 1, 1206 W. 38th St., Ste. 4104<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>3 \/ Experience Shark Week at Frazier\u2019s<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re gonna need a bigger boat! Celebrate the most fearsome ocean creature during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DbD6ps8uUP1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Frazier\u2019s Long &amp; Low\u2019s annual week<\/a> featuring shark-themed movies and merch, jello shots, and fin-tastic giveaways. July 26-Aug. 1, various times, 2538 Elmont Drive\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>4 \/\u00a0Watch\u00a0The Addams Family\u00a0at the Hill Country Galleria<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re creepy and they\u2019re kooky, and now you can see the whole dark and twisted gang live at this free summer production of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/magnoliamt.org\/the-addams-family\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Addams Family<\/a>. Head to the Magnolia Musical Theatre to experience the musical comedy now through Aug. 17.\u00a0Various times, 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>5 \/ Channel Your Inner Jack Sparrow at Shipwreck\u2019d<\/p>\n<p>Ahoy, mateys: A new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipwreckdbar.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pirate-themed bar<\/a>\u00a0has debuted in downtown Austin. Shipwreck\u2019d features a moody maritime hideaway with seafaring decor and swashbuckler-worthy drinks and bites. Want a 10% discount on food and drinks? Come to the bar dressed in a full pirate costume. The pop-up will be open at The Eleanor through Aug. 30. \u00a0Various times, 307 W. Fifth St.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>6 \/ View the Banksy Exhibit<\/p>\n<p>This summer, devotees of anonymous British street artist Banksy can check out a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austinmonthly.com\/a-new-banksy-exhibit-is-debuting-in-austin-this-summer\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">new international exhibition<\/a>\u00a0debuting in the capital city. The Art of Banksy Without Limits\u00a0 features more than 200 pieces of art celebrating Banksy\u2019s works, such as his iconic \u201cGirl With Balloon\u201d stencil mural. Guests can peruse certified original prints and photographs as well as lithographs, sculptures, murals, and video mapping visuals from the beloved artist.\u00a0Through Sept. 7, various times, 1100 E. Fifth St.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>7 \/ Hear Alfresco Tunes at The Drop-In<\/p>\n<p>Spend an evening listening to live music on the Long Center lawn as you soak in incredible views of the downtown skyline. This\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelongcenter.org\/upcoming-calendar\/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=18485409062&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADm8YlGUOKJy0-emly9EtWiIaSnTU&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw6rfSBhAqEiwA_yocpo7aB5PxFzsbifuJPSQpdmh4ZPH6ke2tvUootGPuJjE2sbain2a9iBoC9VIQAvD_BwE\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">free outdoor concert series<\/a> features local acts including Jackie Venson, Ruthie Craft, Hayden Butler, and Paige Plaisance. The Drop-In takes place every Thursday night through Aug. 13. July 30, 8 p.m., 701 W. Riverside Drive<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"1 \/ See\u00a0Singin\u2019 in the Rain\u00a0Live What a glorious feeling! 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